Zero Taxes & Blue Hair Battles: Politics, Property & Provocations in ND (05-1-25)

Broadcasting live from the Capitol in Bismarck, this fiery episode of What's On Your Mind dives headfirst into the high-stakes showdown over property tax reform in North Dakota. With passionate commentary, colorful analogies, and a healthy dose of real-talk, your host breaks down the legislative sausage-making and reflects on economic opportunities, government spending, and the surprising ways growth is reshaping the state. Plus, things get spicy with a preview of a "Change My Mind" session featuring comedian and provocateur Alex Stein at NDSU. Add in a few memorable tangents—from concrete coatings to Ray Holmberg—and you've got a jam-packed hour of opinionated, unfiltered, and entertaining talk radio. 🕰️ Timestamps & Highlights: [00:00] 🎙️ "Live from Bismarck!" – Show kicks off with an update from the state Capitol as the ND legislative session wraps up. [03:10] 💸 Property Tax Throwdown – Deep dive into the proposed property tax relief: the Governor’s plan, the House’s counteroffer, and the Senate's resistance. [08:45] 📉 The 25% Cap Debate – What it means, why “skin in the game” matters, and how local referendums might be affected. [14:00] 🏙️ Chaotic Growth = Opportunity – Watford City, Grand Forks, and the power of messy progress. [21:00] 🛢️ Irony in Burleigh County – Using oil money to fight oil projects? You can’t make this stuff up. [25:30] 💡 If I Were State Treasurer… – A visionary idea: consolidate ND’s billions and invest transparently. [33:10] 🔥 Alex Stein Heads to NDSU – Tease of a Turning Point USA “Change My Mind” session. Expect fireworks. [38:40] 🛠️ Garage Glow-Up – A surprisingly passionate endorsement of concrete coatings. [41:55] 😂 Tool Sheds & Dad Jokes – A classic Tom Arnold bit gets repurposed into shed-building wisdom. [48:10] 🤔 Abortion, Trans Rights & Political Minefields – A caller challenges the host on hot-button topics; fireworks ensue. [59:00] 💬 Keyboard Warriors & Social Media Rants – The dangers of digital mobs and cancel culture. [1:08:20] 😠 Ray Holmberg Scandal Fallout – The host chooses “grace,” but not everyone agrees. [1:18:00] 🗺️ Secession Talk? – A serious (sort of) chat about counties leaving Minnesota for ND. [1:26:00] 🧄 Garlic vs. Measles? – The surprising things you learn from callers. Natural remedies, vaccine debates, and more. [1:35:00] 🏛️ Final Thoughts from the Capitol – Wrapping up the day’s show with gratitude for the audience and optimism for the future.Broadcasting live from the Capitol in Bismarck, this fiery episode of What's On Your Mind dives headfirst into the high-stakes showdown over property tax reform in North Dakota. With passionate commentary, colorful analogies, and a healthy dose of real-talk, your host breaks down the legislative sausage-making and reflects on economic opportunities, government spending, and the surprising ways growth is reshaping the state. Plus, things get spicy with a preview of a "Change My Mind" session featuring comedian and provocateur Alex Stein at NDSU. Add in a few memorable tangents—from concrete coatings to Ray Holmberg—and you've got a jam-packed hour of opinionated, unfiltered, and entertaining talk radio. 🕰️ Timestamps & Highlights: [00:00] 🎙️ "Live from Bismarck!" – Show kicks off with an update from the state Capitol as the ND legislative session wraps up. [03:10] 💸 Property Tax Throwdown – Deep dive into the proposed property tax relief: the Governor’s plan, the House’s counteroffer, and the Senate's resistance. [08:45] 📉 The 25% Cap Debate – What it means, why “skin in the game” matters, and how local referendums might be affected. [14:00] 🏙️ Chaotic Growth = Opportunity – Watford City, Grand Forks, and the power of messy progress. [21:00] 🛢️ Irony in Burleigh County – Using oil money to fight oil projects? You can’t make this stuff up. [25:30] 💡 If I Were State Treasurer… – A visionary idea: consolidate ND’s billions and invest transparently. [33:10] 🔥 Alex Stein Heads to NDSU – Tease of a Turning Point USA “Change My Mind” session. Expect fireworks. [38:40] 🛠️ Garage Glow-Up – A surprisingly passionate endorsement of concrete coatings. [41:55] 😂 Tool Sheds & Dad Jokes – A classic Tom Arnold bit gets repurposed into shed-building wisdom. [48:10] 🤔 Abortion, Trans Rights & Political Minefields – A caller challenges the host on hot-button topics; fireworks ensue. [59:00] 💬 Keyboard Warriors & Social Media Rants – The dangers of digital mobs and cancel culture. [1:08:20] 😠 Ray Holmberg Scandal Fallout – The host chooses “grace,” but not everyone agrees. [1:18:00] 🗺️ Secession Talk? – A serious (sort of) chat about counties leaving Minnesota for ND. [1:26:00] 🧄 Garlic vs. Measles? – The surprising things you learn from callers. Natural remedies, vaccine debates, and more. [1:35:00] 🏛️ Final Thoughts from the Capitol – Wrapping up the day’s show with gratitude for the audience and optimism for the future.